Product Comparison: Garmin Approach S10 vs Garmin Approach S20
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General Specifications
Brand
Garmin
Garmin
Model
Approach S10
Approach S20
Origin
China
China
About the Product
If you want to stay focused on your game and the course, this is your golf watch. Based on your location, the easy-to-use Approach S10 golf watch automatically chooses the course you’re playing from more than 41,000 preloaded courses worldwide with free lifetime updates.
Approach S20 is the golfing partner that doubles as your everyday watch. Features more than 40,000 courses plus Garmin AutoShot round analyzer, activity tracking and smart notifications.
Key Specs
Type
Watch
Watch
Sensors
GPS
GPS, Accelerometer
Golfing Features
Yardage to F/M/B, Yardage to layups/doglegs, Measures shot distance, Digital scorecard, Hazards and course targets, Round timer/odometer
Yardage to F/M/B, Yardage to layups/doglegs, Measures shot distance, Digital scorecard, Stat tracking, Hazards and course targets, Round timer/odometer, Step counter, Distance traveled
Maps & Memory
Preloaded courses maps: 41000
Preloaded courses maps: 41000
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Garmin Approach S10 Lightweight GPS Golf Watch
- This watch is simple to use, very slim and lightweight and it's rectangular shape is much less intrusive
- it's GPS system is more accurate than other watches.
- I particularly like that it also provides distances to hazards and dog legs.
- This watch is as accurate as I can be, so we are good to go.
- Nice. On the one outing so far, the watch knew exactly where I was, loaded the course, and proceeded to operate flawlessly for the whole round.
Garmin Approach S20 GPS Golf Watch with Step Tracking
- The GPS moves hole to hole, it tracks everything and even loads your steps, time and odometer automatically after the round
- Great golf GPS. Distances very accurate.
- I replaced an S2 that I had been using for a couple of years, and this GPS is better in every way.
- GPS for golf purposes is accurate and intuitive. I really like the sunrise and sunset feature.
- The GPS function and syncing is fantastic. It is spot on when compared to a laser or the PGA markers.
Size & Weight
Height
1.6 in.
1.9 in.
Weight
1.2 oz.
1.6 oz.
Width
1.4 in.
1.5 in.
Depth
0.4 in.
0.4 in.
Display
Display Type
Sunlight-visible, transflective MIP
Sunlight-visible, transflective MIP
Touchscreen
No
No
Display Size
1.3 in.
1.3 in.
Display Resolution
128 x 128 pixels
128 x 128 pixels
What customers say about "Display"
Garmin Approach S10 Lightweight GPS Golf Watch
- The display is excellent in any lighting condition I have encountered. I am not sure how they do that, but it is very impressive.
- It is very light weight. The display is easy to read.
- Screen is easy to read in bright daylight. Great for the casual/recreational golfer
- Have a number of Garmin GPS's, find that they are accurate, easy to use, clear, and work well in bright sunlight. The Approach S10 is no exception.
- Very helpful on the golf course. Easy to use. Bonus: Easy to read!!!
Garmin Approach S20 GPS Golf Watch with Step Tracking
- It's a basic display but easy to read. But that's all I was looking for, if you want a color screen you will pay big bucks. Recommended!
- Fits nice, long lasting battery, easy to read display.
- Display is easy to read and seems to be fairly accurate.
- This is my first golf gps watch and I love it. It is fast, accurate, and the display is easy to read. This watch has an attractive, modern look.
- The display numbers are nice and large and easy to read and the battery is by far the best of the three golf GPS watches I have owned.
Features
Color
Black
Midnight Teal
Waterproof
Yes
Yes
Battery Type
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
Rechargeable Lithium-Ion
Connectivity
USB
USB, Bluetooth
Battery Life
14 hours
15 hours
Extras
Automatic daylight saving time, GPS Time Sync, Sunrise/sunset times
Garmin AutoShot™, Auto CourseView updates, Green View with manual pin position, TruSwing™ compatible, TrueUp™, Sleep monitoring, Smart notifications, Compatible with Garmin Connect™ Mobile, Sunrise/sunset times, GPS Time Sync, Automatic daylight saving time
Accesories Included
Charging/data cable
Charging/data clip
What customers say about "Features"
Garmin Approach S10 Lightweight GPS Golf Watch
- This watch gives accurate distances and advances to the next hole flawlessly.
- This one has the right features and price for me, so I bought it for myself for Christmas.
- The battery lasted all day, and assuming it continues to have good battery life, I don't think I will ever need more uptime than it offers.
- I charge the watch before I play so I've not experienced any issue with battery life.
- Charges more easily than my last yardage watch and charge last much longer
Garmin Approach S20 GPS Golf Watch with Step Tracking
- With a full charge, battery will last for more than two rounds. In just watch mode, it lasts a least a week.
- The battery life is very good, in non-GPS mode it lasts over a week, using the GPS it easily copes with two rounds and would probably go three.
- Step counter seems accurate and the Garmin Connect app that goes with the watch is actually pretty cool.
- Alerts you to messages on smartphone, when connected via Bluetooth
- Works well on the golf courses. I like the sunrise and sunset information
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacter warranty
2 year(s)
2 year(s)
Certifications
CE
CE
Other Information
MSRP
149.99 $
199.99 $
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